Downingtown to host preseason kickoff block party July 22
Philadelphia Eagles Rookie Safety Sydney Brown will join Downingtown’s first ever Preseason Kickoff block party.
Get ready for an exhilarating day on July 22 as Downingtown hosts its 1st Annual Preseason Kickoff Block Party, bringing together the Downingtown community for an unforgettable event. This exciting occasion will take place at the E. Wallace Ave. and Mill Alley Courtyard, right next to...
1,469 pets find new homes at BVSPCA adoption event
Some of the adorable pets that were up for adoption this past weekend at the BVSPCA Mega Adoption Event.
The Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA) announced today that the weekend’s Mega Adoption Event resulted in 1469 adoptions, breaking the record of all past Mega Adoption Events. The event, held at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, brought in families from across the Greater Philadelphia...
What To Do: Holiday weekend full of fireworks, fests and fun
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Downingtown Good Neighbor Day
This is Fourth of July Weekend and that means it is time for parties, festivals, picnics and a lot of fireworks displays.
The 43rd Annual Downingtown Good Neighbor Day (www.GoodNeighborDay.com) will be held on July 4 at Kerr Park in Downingtown starting at 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Activities will get underway with a “Prayer and...
Rotary thrilled with turnout for first ‘Kennett On Top’ fundraiser
The Kennett Square Rotary Club held its inaugural fundraiser, Kennett on Top, on June 17. Close to 200 attendees enjoyed great food and beverages while they danced the night away on the Kennett Square rooftop. Comments from guests indicate that everyone had a wonderful time and they look forward to attending next year.
The Rotary Club of Kennett Square held its inaugural signature fundraiser, “Kennett...
Dates, details announced for 2023 Coatesville Grand Prix
Classic cars will return to the streets of Coatesville this coming September. Photo credit Sitting Rock Creative
Bigger and better than ever, plans are underway for the 7th Annual Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix, September 14 – 16. coatesvillegrandprix.com
Each year, thousands of spectators flock to Coatesville to experience the excitement of watching vintage automobiles and motorcycles...
CCCBI holds panel to discuss housing market
left to right) Steven Shields of Moody’s Analytics, award-winning realtor Michelle Leonard, CCCBI President & CEO Laura Manion, and Libby Horwitz of the Chester County Planning Commission.
On June 20, the Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry’s (CCCBI) Young Professionals Committee held a Housing Panel to discuss the state of housing across Chester County. The panel, comprised of...
What To Do: Stormy weather, but lots of inside events this weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
FamilyFest
There are many special events this weekend. Some are outdoor only events, some are indoor only events and some are a mixture of the two.
With rain in the forecast for every day this weekend, it is imperative to check the weather news (and maybe stick your head outdoors) prior to heading to many of the outdoor events (even though some will...
Ditoro family wins four divisions at 302 Uncorked 5K
The Ditoro family of Kennett Square had an exciting day at the 302 Uncorked 5K at Hudson Fields in Milton, DE on June 17, 2022. The Ditoro’s earned four first-place titles in their age group.
The grandmother, Yvonne Ditoro, 69, of Lewes wins by claiming her age group title. Philip Ditoro, 43, finished fifth overall and first in the 40-49 age group. Scarlet Ditoro, 20, and Tiffani Ditoro, 42, crossed...
What To Do: Juneteenth, festivals as Summer kicks in
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
St. Joseph’s Community Festival
Summer officially arrives this week and that means the activities calendar is filled with annual festivals and other traditional events.
From June 20-24, the sights, sounds and smells of a summertime fair will be filling the air in Downingtown when Saint Joseph Church (338 Manor Avenue, Downingtown, 610-269-8294,...
Lawson named new President of Brandywine YMCA
Bertram L. Lawson II
The board of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine announced Monday the appointment of Bertram L. Lawson II as President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine. Lawson will take office on Monday, July 10.
Lawson is a seasoned 24-year YMCA professional who most recently served as the President and CEO of the YMCA of Central New York, which boasts nine branches and more than thirty...
